Fried Pickle Dip Pinwheels (Printable)
Pinwheels with tangy pickles and creamy dip deliver crowd-pleasing flavor in each crisp bite.
# Ingredient list:
→ Filling
01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup chopped dill pickles
04 - 1/2 cup diced ham
05 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Assembly
09 - 4 large flour tortillas
10 - 1 tablespoon butter, melted
11 - 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in chopped dill pickles, diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, dried dill, and ground black pepper until evenly incorporated.
02 - Lay each flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Divide the filling evenly onto the tortillas and spread to cover the surface, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Tightly roll up each tortilla.
03 - Wrap each tortilla roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
04 - Remove the wrapped rolls from the refrigerator and slice them crosswise into 1-inch pinwheels.
05 - Brush the cut sides of each pinwheel with melted butter, then dip into seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Easy to prep ahead for entertaining
- A crowd pleaser with a playful twist on classic flavors
- No deep frying needed for that fried pickle taste
- Stores well in the fridge for days
02 -
- Naturally vegetarian friendly if you skip the ham
- High in protein thanks to cream cheese and cheddar
- Easy to adapt as gluten free with the right tortillas
- The magic is all in the pickles themselves Their tang and crunch completely define this dish
03 -
- Room temperature filling makes spreading smooth and fast
- Use a very sharp serrated knife for neat even slices
- Try lining your platter with lettuce or paper towels to soak any extra moisture